Overview Background

The Vector Control Joint Powers Agency (VCJPA) is a public entity formed by a joint powers agreement in accordance with the California Government Code. The Agency is a public entity formed by a joint powers agreement in accordance with the California Government Code. To become a member of the Agency, a member must: 1) be a district which is duly organized and existing under the laws of the State of California, pursuant to the Mosquito Abatement District/Vector Control District Law or the Pest Abatement District Law; and 2) be approved for participation in the Agency.

Mission Statement

The mission of the VCJPA is to actively promote the efficient, economical, and responsive delivery of self-insurance programs and professional risk management services deemed appropriate by the member entities.

Accreditation

The VCJPA has met all of the high professional standards established by the California Association of Joint Powers Authorities (CAJPA) in the areas of governance, finance, claims control, and safety and loss control. CAJPA's accreditation process requires reviews by independent consultants in all of these areas including the areas of accounting, claims adjusting, and actuarial analysis. To further meet accreditation with excellence standards, a joint powers authority must mantain necessary excess coverage and provide risk management and loss control services.

VCJPA is proud to say it is Accredited with Excellence by the CAJPA.